Deitrich wrote: Paddling the Black River 10 mile north of Black River Falls.

A few years ago I frequented the East fork state campground just east of lake arbutus, on the river. Never many people there unless it was a holiday (at least then). Right on the river, private sites, good spot.

ouroborus4 wrote:had a great extended weekend in spring green area last october. stayed at one of the many bed and breakfasts in the area, went to the well-known american players' theater, hiked in various state parks, and went to a few historical landmarks (including Frank Loyd Wright-related items). also had a chance to enjoy some good food at the restaurants in town. highly reccommended.

Taking the visiting parents to Taliesen on Monday for the tour. Is it worthwhile to go to the House on the Rock? Any lunchtime restaurant ideas? The Bank seems to be only for dinner.

Not really, it is pretty trashy and touristy compared to Taliesin and you won't remember a thing you saw in there after you walk out, except for maybe the carousel and all of the shag carpet. The house is a pack rat's mind fuck, that said I guess everybody should see it once.

We have great locations right in our own backyard. New Glarus, has one of the first music/beer tents of the season this weekend. The Glarner Stube is a great restaurant (order the Weiner Schnitzel, prime rib, and/or rosti potatoes).

Toffler's has great free music on Saturday nights. Puempel's is a neat bar. The New Glarus Bakery has great treats. Hoesly's Meat Market in the industrial park is a gem (mushroom, chicken, cajun, olive bratwurst, veal loaf, etc.). New Glarus Woods is quiet. Nice bike trail. Rustic roads nearby. Quaint, authentic, and not nearly as campy as some might think. If you go on Saturday mornings it is worth the drive to the Chalet Cheese Factory on County Highway N about 7 miles south of New Glarus. Also some great galleries & shops.

Paoli is also near by and has some great galleries and shops. Be sure to have a burger in the Paoli Pub. They are awesome. Yes, it's a country bar, but don't let that intimidate you. The patrons are friendly. Say hi to Al and/or Wanda.

Princeton, WI is a great place for the 'girls' to go shopping on Saturday; quite a unique and fun shopping experience. I highly recommend it. Cedarburg is also a great destination for shopping.

I'm also fond of the waterfalls in Marinette County, the Baraboo Bluffs, and Wyalusing State Park.